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πΏπ² Does a Zambian need a visa for Myanmar π²π²?
Yes. Zambian passport holders need a visa for Myanmar, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Myanmar before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Zambian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Myanmar or its official government website before you travel.
β U.S. State Department travel advisory for Myanmar: Level 4: Do Not Travel (updated 8 May 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
What this means for your trip
You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.
Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Myanmar at a glance
Capital: Naypyidaw Β· Currency: Burmese kyat (MMK, Ks) Β· Official languages: Burmese Β· Calling code: +95
Plugs and voltage
Your plugs fit: every plug type used in Zambia (C, G) works with sockets in Myanmar.
More about entering Myanmar β
Easier destinations near Myanmar for Zambian passport holders
- π²πΎ Malaysia β Visa-free 30 days
- π΅π Philippines β Visa-free 30 days
- πΈπ¬ Singapore β Visa-free 30 days
- π°π Cambodia β Visa on arrival
- πΉπ± Timor-Leste β Visa on arrival
- πΉπ Thailand β e-Visa
- π»π³ Vietnam β e-Visa
The other way round
π²π² Burmese passport holders visiting Zambia: Burmese passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Zambia, usually at the airport or land border.
The Zambian passport at a glance
All destinations for Zambia passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Myanmar β
Questions
Do Zambian citizens need a visa for Myanmar?
Zambian passport holders need a visa for Myanmar, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Myanmar before travelling.
Does a Burmese need a visa for Zambia?
Burmese passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Zambia, usually at the airport or land border.